Themar Al Emarat Group runs the largest mushroom farm in the United Arab Emirates, producing between 7 and 7.5 tonnes of mushrooms daily. UMDIS Mushroom Agency had the pleasure of meeting Mohammed Abdelhay from Themar Al Emarat to learn how

Recent data from Teagasc shows that in 2024, the farm gate value of the Irish mushroom sector increased to €158.6 million. This was driven by an increase in production (from 68,284 tonnes in 2023 to 70,145 tonnes of mushrooms in

With a farm-gate value of €158.6 million, the mushroom industry is the largest horticultural sector in Ireland, accounting for 50% of the country’s total horticultural exports. Around 68,000 tons of mushrooms are produced annually, with 85% of this production exported

Recently, UMDIS conducted a growing course at FUNGAR Farm in Italy, where we met Javier Sanchez from Abrantes Mushroom in Chile. He shared insights into the country’s mushroom market and how their family business has developed over the years. Abrantes

From April 28 to 30, 2025, UMDIS held a practical mushroom growing course at FUNGAR Farm, Italy. The training was led by UMDIS consultant Iurie Boiciuc, focusing on techniques needed for high yields and quality in mushroom cultivation. The training

Many facilities in the mushroom growing industry such as tunnels in compost yards, growing halls, and cold rooms are built from sandwich panels. Often, these were constructed many years ago. Over time, leaks and other problems can show up. The

UMDIS attended the recent International Mushroom Days 2025 in Xiamen, China (April 14–16). After the event, we had the opportunity to speak with Douglas Zhao, Vice President of the China Chamber of Commerce of Foodstuffs and Native Produce, CNFA. Zhao

Starting January 1, 2025, Mush Comb will, for a period of two years, share responsibility with A-Pit for service and support to A-Pit’s customer base. During this period, Dré Lenders, owner of A-Pit, will remain fully involved. As of January

Novo Holdings, a leading global life science investor, and KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the signing of definitive agreements under which Novo Holdings will make a direct investment in Sylvan, a world-leading manufacturer of fungal biotechnology solutions

AVONDALE, Pa. is a sleepy, rural corner of southeastern Pennsylvania that produces 70% of the nation’s mushrooms. According to NBC News, President Donald Trump’s immigration policies are threatening the American dream for a tight-knit community of generational mushroom farmers and

A fully operational mushroom farm in Montenegro is available for sale. The farm includes 1,800 square meters of industrial buildings and an additional 1,000 square meters of space ready for installation. There are 12 greenhouses already producing up to 10,000

Germany harvested 75,700 tons of mushrooms in 2024. Data published by the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) (source) reveals that this was 2.7% less than in 2023 but still 5.7% more than the average over the last ten years (2014–2023). Most

With a farm gate value of €158.6 million and 85% of production exported to the UK, mushrooms remain Ireland’s most valuable horticultural crop — a steady performer in an evolving agricultural landscape. The report published by Teagasc provides an overview

The Canadian biotechnology company Chinova Bioworks has made it its mission to transform ordinary mushroom stems into an innovative ingredient that is reshaping the food industry. Their flagship product, Chiber™, has become a natural alternative to artificial preservatives, and the